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How do engineers find and fix failure points in a solution they're trying to develop? This is the driving question of an informative and entertaining video. Here, future engineers discover why it is important to fail when testing a solution to a problem, and how engineers find and fix the failure point to get closer to the solution they are working towards.
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Instructional Ideas
- Make a bridge example in your classroom to match the one in the video. Test trials to find out how much weight can go across, and make necessary adjustments for a successful passage way
- Get the class interested in engineers; plan time during the day to research famous engineers and their accomplishments
Classroom Considerations
- The 12th in a series of 17 episodes that discusses the engineering process
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Concepts are explained clearly and thoroughly with definitions and examples
- Learner engagement is enhanced through captivating graphics, cartoon characters, sound effects, and jokes
Cons
- The host is a speedy talker which may make note-taking or answering questions difficult; be sure to pause throughout